2003 Lotus Esprit vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Esprit (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lotus Esprit | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Lotus | Dodge |
Model | Esprit | Ram |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2900 mm |